Why do I need to pay for some loops and instruments?

Soundtrap includes a library of free loops and instruments so you can start making music right away. You can open the Studio, create tracks, and finish real projects without paying.

You may also notice that some loops and instruments are locked unless you’re on a paid subscription plan. That’s intentional and part of how Soundtrap offers different levels of depth and capability.

What’s included for free?

With the free version of Soundtrap, you can:

• Create and save music projects
• Use a selection of free loops, instruments, drum kits, and studio tools
• Experiment, learn, and build full songs from start to finish

The free experience is designed to be fully usable, not just a demo. You can make real music and complete projects using only free content.

Why are some sounds behind a paywall?

Some loops and instruments are part of Soundtrap’s expanded sound library and are available only on paid plans. These are premium sounds that go beyond the free offering.

Paid subscriptions help support:

• A larger, higher-quality sound library
  More sounds, more genres, and more professional-grade options.
• Continuous sound pack updates
  New loops and instruments are added over time, not just once.
• Licensing and production costs
  Many premium sounds are created, curated, and maintained specifically as paid content.
• Additional professional features
  Paid plans include more than sounds. They also unlock a wide array of production tools and workflow improvements.

We want the free version to be accessible to all creators, while allowing deeper, higher-quality content to exist for users who want to take their productions to the next level.

What do I gain by upgrading?

When you subscribe, you unlock access to more loops, instruments, and production features, depending on the plan you choose.

Upgrading is especially useful if you want:

• A wider range of sounds to build with
• Access to more advanced music production tools
• A more complete, all-in-one setup for producing and polishing tracks

Paid plans are designed to support depth, scale, and more professional-level workflows.

Can I still finish my project if I used a paid loop or instrument?

Yes. If you’ve added a paid sound to a project and later don’t have access to the required plan, you can still use the loop you’ve previously added. Soundtrap will guide you inside the Studio on what’s available and what requires an upgrade.

You can continue working on your project using the free content that’s available to you.

How do I check which plan includes specific sounds?

You can compare Soundtrap subscription plans on the Pricing page to see exactly what each plan includes.